* Olg Cheeseburger Recipe
6oz angus beef patty topped with melted American cheese, on a toasted bun with lettuce, tomato and grilled onion. served with French fries. (no substitutions)
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Ingredients
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Burger Patty
Toppings
Bun
French Fries
Method
Prepare the Burger Patty
- 1
Form the Patties
Take 1 lb of Angus beef and divide it into four equal parts, shaping each into a 6 oz patty.
- 2
Season the Patties
Season each patty with 1 tsp of salt and 1 tsp of black pepper on both sides.
Cook the Burgers
- 3
- 4
- 5
Cook Second Side
Flip the patties and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they reach your desired doneness.
- 6
Melt the Cheese
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of American cheese on each patty to melt.
Grill the Onions
- 7
- 8
Grill Onions
Cook the onions for about 5-7 minutes until they are soft and slightly charred.
Prepare the Bun
- 9
Toast the Bun
Toast the burger bun on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
Assemble the Burger
- 10
Add Patty
Place the cooked patty with melted cheese on the bottom half of the toasted bun.
- 11
Add Toppings
Top with a leaf of lettuce, a slice of tomato, and grilled onions.
- 12
Complete the Burger
Cover with the top half of the bun.
Prepare French Fries
- 13
Cook French Fries
Cook the frozen French fries according to package instructions, typically by baking or frying.
- 14
Season French Fries
Once cooked, sprinkle with 0.5 tsp of salt to taste.
Serve
- 15
Plate the Dish
Serve the cheeseburger alongside the French fries for a complete meal.